Consultant Health & Safety

Join NIQ and be part of a global organization that supports a diverse Workforce across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and the Pacific. As the Employee Health and Safety Consultant for the Asia Pacific region, covering countries from Malaysia and Japan to Australia and Nepal, you will play a key role in implementing and strengthening NIQ’s safety standards. The position also includes responsibility for India, which represents a significant portion of the NIQ Workforce. This makes the role both prominent and highly trusted, requiring strong leadership, sound decision making, and the ability to navigate complex and fastgrowing operational landscapes. You will also contribute to global initiatives by providing technical expertise that supports NIQ’s worldwide Employee Health and Safety framework. 

NIQ’s Global Employee Health and Safety team is committed to maintaining a safe, compliant, and high performing work environment. The team values professionalism, technical capability, and a proactive approach to risk identification and mitigation. Your contributions will help enhance safety culture across multiple markets while enabling informed, data driven decisions supported by technology and international best practice. 

This position is ideal for a DOSH registered Safety and Health Officer (DOSH-registered with formal OSH qualifications “Green Book”) with knowledge of ISO 45001. You will advise local teams on workplace health and safety requirements, including ergonomics, fire safety, and regulatory compliance. You will oversee projects, conduct safety assessments, and identify opportunities for improvement to ensure consistent implementation of safety practices across the region. 

To succeed in this role, you should be self-driven, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast paced, international environment. You will collaborate with colleagues across various time zones, provide guidance to regional teams, and respond effectively to evolving business needs. While some meetings may take place outside normal working hours due to global coordination, NIQ offers flexible work arrangements, home working options, and opportunities for community contribution that support a healthy work life balance. 

NIQ is dedicated to supporting the professional development of all employees. In this role, you will maintain your SHO registration and continue expanding your knowledge of global safety practices. As part of our commitment to technical excellence, you will be required to submit relevant certifications and complete a brief skills assessment during the hiring process. 

Responsible for driving the Global EHS Program delivered by the Global Crisis, Security, and Safety Management Team

• Collect and organize EHS data 

• Drive program innovation and identify best practices to improve compliance and Associate safety 

• Drive process improvements by communicating best practices, identifying gaps, proposing practical solutions to operational safety challenges, and technical solutions to local compliance barriers 

• Assist local management teams to adopt Global EHS Program items including risk assessments and training development 

• Generate training modules on global Learning Management System, monitor deployment and ongoing compliance 

• Provide timely communications to all levels of the organization to promote understanding of the Global EHS Strategy and drive compliance with local regulations 

• Support the investigation and root cause analysis for EHS incidences driving continuous improvement efforts within EHS 

Essential 

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in relevant field e.g. Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering or equivalent qualifications 
• DOSH registration “Green Book” 

• Experience of working in multi-site or across multi-jurisdictional locations 

• Ability to prioritize in complex, fast-paced environment with multiple competing priorities 

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills 

• Excellent computer skills for use of digital tools for project management, document control and data visualization (MS Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint) 

• Strong technical aptitude in understanding safety data and interpreting insights for non-technical managers 

• Competent business and technical writing skills 

• Effective communicator and send clear, concise, and consistent written and verbal messages 

• Experience in delivering training or coaching on Employee Health and Safety topics 

Desirable 

• 2 years technical / operational experience in Employee Health and Safety 

• Practical experience of working within ISO 45001 framework 

• Demonstrable program management skills with ability to work with cross-functional teams 

• Experience with risk and project management applications such Riskonnect and Jira 

• Practical experience of designing, writing, and developing online learning and integration with Learning Management System 

NIQ, is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit NIQ.com. 

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies.

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence.  All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion